Sense and sensibility

A tale of family, inheritance, and social expectations

Austen Jane

466 pages, parution le 19/07/2023

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"Sense and Sensibility" by Jane Austen is a novel that explores the lives of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate the challenges of love, inheritance, and societal expectations in early 19th-century England. The story begins with the death of their father, Mr. Henry Dashwood, who leaves his estate to his son from a previous marriage, John Dashwood, under the condition that he will provide for his stepmother and half-sisters. However, influenced by his selfish wife, Fanny, John fails to fulfill his promise, leaving the Dashwood women in a precarious financial situation. The family relocates to a modest cottage in Devonshire, offered by a distant relative, Sir John Middleton. Here, the sisters encounter a variety of characters, including the reserved Edward Ferrars, whom Elinor quietly admires, and the dashing John Willoughby, who captures Marianne's heart. As the narrative unfolds, the sisters experience the joys and sorrows of love, each embodying different approaches to life: Elinor with her sense and restraint, and Marianne with her sensibility and passion. Austen's novel delves into themes of economic security, the constraints of social class, and the pursuit of personal happiness. Through the contrasting personalities of Elinor and Marianne, Austen examines the balance between reason and emotion, ultimately advocating for a harmonious blend of both. The novel concludes with the sisters finding contentment and stability, as Elinor marries Edward Ferrars and Marianne finds love with Colonel Brandon, a kind and honorable suitor.